Hull was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1983 and his No. Hull’s second wife, Joanne, accused him of abuse during an interview with ESPN for a 2002 show.Ī Russian newspaper reported in 1998 that Hull said Adolf Hitler “had some good ideas.” Hull denied making the comment, calling it “false and defamatory.” He also was accused of battery, but that charge was dropped after Deborah told authorities she didn’t want to testify against her husband, a state attorney told the Chicago Tribune. Hull was convicted of assaulting a police officer who intervened in a dispute with then-wife Deborah in 1986. While Hull starred on the ice, he faced legal and family issues in his personal life. Nicknamed “The Golden Jet” for his speed and blond hair, he also collected 303 goals while playing for the Jets in the World Hockey Association for seven seasons. Hull was one of the most prolific forwards in NHL history, scoring 610 times during his 16-year career with Chicago, Hartford and Winnipeg. We send our deepest sympathies to the Hull family.” Generations of Chicagoans were dazzled by Bobby’s shooting prowess, skating skill and overall team leadership that led to 604 career goals, a franchise record that remains to this day. The Blackhawks said Hull 'delivered countless memories to our fans, whom he adored. There were no further details provided by either organization. The Blackhawks and the NHL Alumni Association announced Hull's death on Monday. Hull, a Hall of Fame winger and two-time NHL MVP who helped the Chicago Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup in 1961, has died. Long before today’s biggest stars took the ice, “The Golden Jet” put on quite a show. He had blazing speed, a hard slap shot and tons of confidence. CHICAGO – When Bobby Hull got the puck, he was tough to stop.

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